Perion(PERI) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $89.3 million, exceeding initial expectations due to strong performance in CTV and digital out of home channels [18][19] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $1.8 million, also higher than expected, reflecting operational control and margin discipline [19][21] - Net loss on a GAAP basis was $8.3 million, compared to a net income of $11.8 million in Q1 2024 [22] - Non-GAAP net income was $5.4 million, down from $22.6 million in Q1 2024 [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Digital out of home revenue grew by 80% year over year, now representing 19% of total revenue, up from 6% last year [20] - CTV revenue increased by 31% year over year, accounting for 12% of total revenue compared to 5% last year [20] - Retail media vertical grew by 33% year over year, outperforming the broader market [18] - Web revenue declined by 28% year over year, now representing 46% of total revenue, down from 37% in the same quarter last year [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported that all growth engines, including digital out of home, CTV, and retail media, are outpacing market growth [9] - The acquisition of GreenBids is expected to significantly enhance the company's total addressable market and performance capabilities [25][26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building Perion One as an outcome-driven platform for modern digital advertising, integrating AI-powered optimization and creative insights [6][9] - The acquisition of GreenBids is seen as a strategic move to enhance technology and expand into lower funnel performance opportunities [25][26] - The company is committed to investing in customers, technology, and people to drive long-term value [15][27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the healthy pipeline for the rest of 2025, contributing to the raised guidance [32][36] - The company anticipates stabilization in web revenue starting next quarter, with expectations for continued growth in core channels [20][32] - The guidance for full year 2025 has been raised, reflecting improved outlook and stronger market position [27] Other Important Information - The company has a strong cash position of nearly $360 million, allowing for flexibility in executing growth strategies [19][24] - A share repurchase program has been expanded to $125 million, reinforcing long-term confidence in the company's value [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance and Display Revenue Stabilization - Management indicated that the guidance was raised due to strong Q1 performance and a healthy pipeline, with expectations for web revenue to stabilize [32][33] Question: Impact of Acquisition on Revenue Guidance - Management noted that the GreenBids acquisition will contribute to both revenue and EBITDA, with more significant impacts expected in 2026 [40][41] Question: Integration Timeline for GreenBids Technology - Management clarified that integration of GreenBids technology into Perion One will happen immediately, with expected acceleration in customer acquisition over the next few quarters [45][46] Question: Familiarity and Excitement of CMOs with PerionOne - Management reported positive responses from CMOs regarding the unified offering of PerionOne and the custom algorithm from GreenBids [51][53] Question: Strategy to Capitalize on Expanded TAM - Management explained that the acquisition of GreenBids opens new capabilities in walled gardens and aligns with the shift towards performance-based campaigns [58][62]